A Celebration of the Written Word, Hammond's inaugural day-long readers' and writers' conference, features a keynote from Susan Larson, panel discussions, a reading by former poet laureate Julie Kane, and an evening reception.

Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church hosts A Night in Haiti, a celebration of Haitian culture with dinner and drinks, a DJ playing Haitian music, and a sale of Haitian crafts. Proceeds from the event, which takes place in the school cafeteria, will help pay the education expenses of middle school students at St. Benoit Parish in Dessources, Haiti.

The Bowery presents Typhoon and Angel Olsen with Phox plus Natural Blonde at One Eyed Jacks.